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South Korea is a dream destination for many of us.

Whether you're a fan of K-pop or K-drama, the country offers a lot of picturesque and wonderful destinations worth experiencing firsthand.

Of course, there's the food. Indeed, what better way to sample genuine Korean dishes than visiting the land where these delicacies have originated, cooked, and prepared by the locals themselves.

Unfortunately, traveling at this point is still a blur given the COVID-19 situation worldwide.

In the meantime, you can enjoy Korean culture and traditions without having to leave your home.

And we're not talking about watching endless K-dramas for hours on the couch, although that would count too.

Our favorite Biyahero Drew Arellano just showed us how in a recent episode of Biyahe ni Drew.

Biyahero tip #1: Korea home feels

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Spruce up your home by giving it a touch of Korean design. You can buy DIY-themed Korean home items like curtains, combi blinds, chair slipcovers, Korean lanterns, and even tapestry background and retro wall posters of Korean pop idols, celebrities, and films in online shops.

Redesigning your space can make you feel as if you're in an actual Korean house. Plus, it's a great way to show your appreciation of Korean culture.

Or if you want to take it a notch higher, you can get yourself a Hanbok, the Korean national attire for men and women.

Biyahero tip #2: Learn the language

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Say “annyeong haseyo” or “hwangyong hamnida” with grace and confidence by signing up for a Korean language course.

The Korean Cultural Center of the Philippines (KCC) in Taguig is offering online Korean language lessons to Filipinos who want to learn the language.

“We started offering online classes just last August 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic our classes only offer limited slots as to not compromise the quality of education that our students receive from our licensed Korean linguist teachers,” said Seonji Jang, public relations officer at the KCC Philippines.

The classes are divided into three categories - beginners, intermediate, and advanced - and open to everyone 13 years old and above.

To inquire and for more information, contact 02 8878 6317. Visit: www.phil.korean-culture.org/en

Biyahero tip #3: Enjoy authentic Korean flavors

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We are lucky that there are now many Korean restaurants to choose from in Metro Manila.

The Korean Village Yakiniku Restaurant, however, is one of the pioneering Korean restaurants in the city and is a favorite among Korean and non-Korean foodies.

Serving authentic Korean delicacies, the restaurant carries a wide variety of options such as galbi jjim or braised beef short ribs, spicy squid, beef galbi, chicken kalbi, galbitang, and kimchi jjigae.

They do deliver so you can enjoy their food without leaving the comfort of your home.

Location: 566 Julio Nakpil, Malate, Manila. Contact: 0906 845 7186

Watch the full episode of Biyahe ni Drew's recent South Korea adventures here:

Watch Biyahe ni Drew every Friday at 9:15 P.M. on GMA News TV.